Pilot Operations Superintendent

Pilbara Ports; Dampier; On-site; AUD 186,000 - 251,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13% superannuation

5 weeks annual leave

18 weeks paid parental leave

Housing, Electricity & Water provided

Relocation Assistance

Training and development opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Recognition Programs

Height adjustable desks

Skin checks and flu vaccinations

Corporate and PPE uniform provided

Job summary

Pilbara Ports in Dampier seeks a Pilot Operations Superintendent to oversee governance, optimisation and continuous improvement of pilotage systems and compliance across the port network. This residential role includes relocation support and the chance to lead Marine Pilots West Pilbara in a safe, efficient operation.

We value inclusive culture and safety, requiring strong leadership and maritime regulatory knowledge, with a proactive approach to driving improvements within a major bulk export

Qualifications

• Experience in marine emergency preparedness and response.
• Ability to implement relevant marine legislation through port standards and procedures.
• Collegiate leadership style that influences others to create buy-in, gain trust and motivate action.

Responsibilities

• Governance, optimisation and continuous improvement of pilotage operational systems, compliance frameworks and supporting processes across Pilbara Ports.
• Ensure HELM and related controls are effective, consistently applied, and support safe, efficient and compliant operations.
• Provide governance oversight for pilotage operations and drive resolution of recurring operational and system issues.
• Provide operational leadership for Marine Pilots West Pilbara.

Job description

• Residential position based in Dampier. Relocation package provided
• Housing, Electricity & Water Provided - you will pay no more than $105 pw
• Salary $218,320 per annum plus 13% superannuation

• Residential position based in Dampier. Relocation package provided
• Housing, Electricity & Water Provided - you will pay no more than $105 pw
• Salary $218,320 per annum plus 13% superannuation

About The Role

Here at Pilbara Ports, we want to help our communities and customers thrive. We know our success is defined by the success of the communities in which we live and work – this ethos lies at the heart of what we do.

We are committed to advancing an inclusive and diverse workplace culture where people feel engaged, included, valued, and respected. We are proud of the talent and diversity of our workforce - our people are key to our current and future success.

This is a great opportunity to be part of the world’s largest bulk export port authority, encompassing the operating ports of Ashburton, Dampier, Port Hedland and Varanus Island, and five future port sites. The Pilot Operations Superintendent is responsible for the governance, optimisation and continuous improvement of pilotage operational systems, compliance frameworks and supporting processes across Pilbara Ports. The role ensures HELM and related controls are effective, consistently applied, and support safe, efficient and compliant operations. It provides systems and governance oversight for pilotage operations, drives resolution of recurring operational and system issues, and operational leadership for Marine Pilots West Pilbara.

About You

This role will suit you if you enjoy diversity, seek out opportunities for growth, and connect with Pilbara Ports' values of Safety, Excellence, Teamwork, Integrity and Care. Your experience in marine emergency preparedness and response and ability to implement relevant marine legislation through port standards and procedures will contribute to your success in the role. You will be the type of person who has a collegiate leadership style that influences others to create buy in, gain trust and motivate action.

The Benefits

Our employees are rewarded with a range of benefits which include:

• 13% superannuation
• 5 weeks annual leave
• 18 weeks paid parental leave
• Housing, Electricity & Water provided - you will pay no more than $105 per week
• Relocation Assistance
• Access to training and development opportunities
• Access to Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Employee and Service Recognition Reward Programs
• Height adjustable desks and ergonomic assessments
• Free skin checks and flu vaccinations
• Corporate and PPE uniform provided

Job Description Form - Pilot Operations Superintendent

Here at Pilbara Ports, we are committed to advancing an inclusive and diverse workplace culture where people are engaged, included, valued, and respected for their contributions. We are proud of the talent and diversity of our workforce - our people are key to our current and future success.

Pilbara Ports’ Diversity and Inclusion Plan focuses on building frameworks and programs that support an inclusive workplace culture. We are an equal opportunity employer and support a work environment that is free of discrimination and harassment.

Applications close 5:00pm, Friday 30 October 2026.